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Former Besiktas star Quaresma to miss World Cup

Porto's experienced winger Ricardo Quaresma left out of Portugal's World Cup squad.

20.05.2014 - Update : 20.05.2014
Former Besiktas star Quaresma to miss World Cup


ANKARA 

Seasoned Portuguese winger Ricardo Quaresma has been omitted from his national team’s squad for 2014 FIFA World Cup.

Quaresma, who played for Turkish side Besiktas in 2010-2012, will miss the World Cup after Portugal's 23-man ultimate squad was confirmed by head coach Paulo Bento on Tuesday.

The 30-year-old has played in several major European clubs in his career such as Sporting Lisbon, Porto, Barcelona, Inter, and Chelsea.

Known for his dribbling finesse and long-range shots, he scored 10 goals and made 4 assists this season in 24 appearances with Porto.

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